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Peninsula Says NO to Cruise Port! Will Belmopan Get the Message?
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aving been rejected by Government in its bid to establish a cruise port on Crawl Caye, in the Southwater Caye Marine Reserve, Norwegian Cruise Line—with the encouragement of that same Government—has now set its sights on Harvest Caye, less than three miles from Placencia Village. And like the Crawl Caye proposal, the latest attempt to rob the Peninsula and southern Belize of its uniqueness is being vigorously resisted by residents throughout the area. The latest group to weigh in on the NCL proposal is the Placencia Tour Guides Association. At a packed meeting on June 19 the 40+ PGTA members in attendance voted with near unanimity to oppose the US$25 million project on a number of grounds, including NCL’s failure to commit to employment of Placencia guides, the environmental damage that would result from as many as 4,000 passengers per ship descending on pristine reefs, jungles and ancient Mayan sites, the change of character cruise tourism would bring to village life and the inevtable loss of loyal overnight visitors who have long been the mainstay of the Peninsula’s economy.
The tour guides have been joined in their efforts by the Placencia Chapter of the Belize Tourism Industry Association as well as the Toledo BTIA Chapter. Similarly, the Southern Environmental Association has condemned the NCL plan and has urged Government to reject it along with any future plans for Mass cruise tourism in the South. The statements of PBTIA, TBTIA and SEA appear on page 3. And where does the Government of Belize stand on this issue? (Please see Peninsula Says No to Cruise Port on page 2.)
Newly Elected Village Councils Take Charge On May 19, less than 24 hours after Placencia swept the National Tourism Awards, people across the Peninsula participated in an important decision-making process that will play a big role in shaping the future of its respective communities over the next four years. Just under 1,000 people showed up to polling stations to cast their votes. In Seine Bight, of the total 390 votes polled, the people elected Peter Justo Augustine with 245 votes defeating opponent Eloise J. Lopez who gathered 145 votes.
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Above Left: Seine Bight Village Council Members after swear-in ceremony; left to right: Sinclair Diego, John Augustine, Liz Ziacevs, Chairman Justo Augustine, Floret Valerio and Albert Flores. Above Right: Placencia Village Council Members after swear-in; left to Rrght: Warren Garbutt, Lloydia Westby-Caballero, Nick Pollard, Chairlady Ilsa Villanueva, Harold Wallen, Jodie Yearwood and Glen Eiley.
In Placencia Village, a total 361 votes were polled in a hotly contested election. While previous PVC Councilor Ilsa Villanueva had initially announced that she had considered running for chairperson, but had decided to run for a councilor position instead, a change of heart came upon
the heels of the election, and Villanueva defeated incumbent Chairman Charles Leslie, Jr. with 261 votes to 91 votes. The Placencia Breeze recognizes the hard work and accomplishments of our previous village council leaders and wish the new members all the best as they take charge. ▪
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“On one side of this strip of land you have the beautiful sea and then just a short walk away is the magnificent lagoon with the view of the mountains … this place is truly unique and so relaxing.” - Ran from Israel
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Placencia Peninsula, Stann Creek, 18 June, 2013 (Placencia BTIA) – The Placencia Chapter of the Belize Tourism Industry Association condemns in the strongest terms Government’s willingness to accept mass cruise tourism in southern Belize. We find it inexplicable that Cabinet could reject Norwegian Cruise Line’s proposal for a cruise port at Crawl Caye yet simultaneously encourage the company to find an alternate site, in this case Harvest Caye.
We take great issue with claims that any particular segment of our community supports the kind of mass cruise tourism being proposed by NCL, be they tour guides, hoteliers or the population as a whole. Whether you cite the Seatone Report, National Sustainable Tourism Master Plan, Peninsula 2020 survey or the advice of virtually every independent expert asked to study the issue, the consensus is absolutely clear that Peninsula residents have no desire to see the unique authenticity of our community be destroyed by the introduction of mass cruise tourism.
Although Harvest Caye does not lie within a marine protected area, the same negative environmental impacts resulting from excessive visitor pressure remain. Likewise, despite the Prime Minister’s statements that traffic at the Belize City cruise port would not be diminished, the inevitable result of a southern alternative would be the eventual migration of ships away from the old capital. Most importantly, however, the development of a large cruise port in the south inexorably commits the area to an economic future based on mass cruise tourism. This type of mass tourism is 180 degrees opposite from the path of low impact overnight tourism that has brought the Placencia Peninsula so WE SAY “NO”! BTIA Toledo Chapter stands firmly against Norwegian Cruise Lines Proposal Toledo, 17 June, 2013 (Toledo BTIA) – Many organisations and individuals have already expressed their opposition to the development of Crawl Caye as a cruise port and the introduction of large-scale cruise ship tourism in southern Belize. The BTIA Toledo Chapter joins them in rejecting any introduction of large-scale cruise tourism in southern Belize, following the Government’s rejection of Crawl Caye on environmental grounds and their stated support of NCL’s request to seek an alternative site in southern waters. Tourists visit Belize to see our natural wonders – inland and offshore – and our tourism industry is dependent on conserving our natural resources. Toledo is a prime example of responsible tourism in action and we pride ourselves on employing responsible tourism practices – protecting the environment, preserving local culture, and benefitting the local communities.
The fact is that the campaign to inflict mass cruise tourism on southern Belize does not have its origins in any part of the South; it is simply part of a long running effort by one government official and a small group of associates whose motives have nothing to do with developing our community and everything to do with enriching themselves. We note with increasing disappointment the failure of the Ministry of Tourism to come forward with its position on this issue. Having spent hundreds of thousands of taxpayers dollars on independent studwith the mainstream cruise industry. Our sites have limited capacity and our infrastructure in general is completely unequipped to deal with the volume of visitors that cruise ships would bring. Our way of life and traditional values would be threatened. Toledo has worked long and hard to establish its reputation as a prime ecotourism destination and mass tourism would jeopardise our overnight tourism industry. There are many studies and statistics available which suggest that cruise lines do not provide the long-term economic benefits that overnight tourism does, many reports regarding pollution from cruise ships and the negative impacts on local communities. The disadvantages of large-scale cruise tourism led the BTB to reject any such proposition for southern Belize in their Sustainable Master Tourism Plan, specifically stating that“pocket cruise tourism [less than 300 passengers]" is the only acceptable form of cruise tourism in South Eastern Coast Belize and only in areas of new development in the northern portion of this section of the Belize coast.”
Development invariably comes at a cost, and Toledo is not prepared to pay the price associated
BTIA Toledo Chapter stands firmly in support of the BTB’s policy as stated in the Master Plan. Norwegian Cruise Line’s proposal to develop a port in
A Letter to the Prime Minister from Southern Environmental Association
the south would be seriously jeopardized by such a project.
Placencia Peninsula, 18 June, 2013 (Southern Environmental Association) –
The fact is that overnight eco-tourism has been the traditional economic mainstay of this area and is growing quite nicely. This type of tourism is dependent on the maintenance of a healthy resource base. The introduction of large numbers of single day cruise tourists – no matter how carefully managed – cannot help but degrade our world class natural attractions, and eventually diminish both our environment and its attractiveness to overnight visitors. In short, we believe that the introduction of large scale cruise tourism to the south is not sustainable and would lead the death of the “goose that lays the golden eggs.” As a reminder, the Southern Environmental Association (SEA) is a Belizean non-governmental organization with a strong track record of effective marine conservation in southern Belize. Our mission is to continuously work towards improving stewardship and the environmental integrity of key
Dear Hon. Barrow: I write firstly to commend you and Cabinet for making the decision to forgo any prospect of cruise ship enterprise in Belize’s barrier reef reserve system. This was a bold move, and as a conservation organization, it reads positively that our concerns are being considered on the national scale. However, since the rejection of Crawl Caye proposal, we have received information that the same large scale cruise terminal is now being considered for Harvest Caye just south of the Placencia Lagoon. While there may be a minority of beneficiaries to such an arrangement, the larger interests of
Peninsula Says No to Cruise Port Continued from Front Page You’d think the Ministry of Tourism would have turned back NCL at the door, seeing that as recently as a year ago cabinet endorsed its National Sustainable Tourism Plan. That document, several years in the making at a cost of hundreds of thousands of dollars paid to highly regarded international consultants, clearly stated that the ONLY type of cruise tourism suitable for the South would be “pocket cruises” with ships with less than 250 passengers. This would preserve the area’s unique personality as a destination for eco/cultural tourism by visitors looking for an off-the-beaten-path experience. Similarly, the Seatone Report, another independent study commissioned by the same ministry less than three
ies and successfully convinced Cabinet to endorse a Sustainable Master Plan that clearly prohibits mass cruise tourism in the South, the Minister and CEO are suddenly missing in action. We can understand that ministers are busy and cannot read every lengthy document introduced for endorsement by cabinet, but surely the Minister of Tourism and the CEO have read their own policy…or have they? Mr. Heredia and Mrs. Panton, your silence is deafening. The Placencia BTIA remains steadfastly opposed to the introduction of mass cruise tourism to southern Belize and will continue to be at the forefront of broad based opposition to what would amount to nothing less than a national disaster. Moreover, we urge Government to bring all segments of the tourism industry together to articulate a sensible policy toward cruise tourism and at the same time bring all elements of southern Belize together to develop policies and programs that will promote the economic, social and environmental well being of this richly endowed area of our country. Signed unanimously by Board of Directors. For more information contact Stewart Krohn, Chairman, Placencia BTIA, 610-1009, stewart@cocoplumbelize.net southern Belize runs counter to that policy. We urge the Cabinet and Minister of Tourism to honour the BTB’s conclusion in the Sustainable Master Tourism Plan, itself the result of advice from industry experts and extensive public consultation, and to recognise the damage large-scale cruise ship tourism would bring to the Toledo District. The Father of the Nation, the Right Honourable George Price, was often said to oppose tourism development because he did not want Belize to become “a nation of waiters”. If we are to ignore a national hero and instead look to the US to provide economic answers for us, then let us look to President Theodore Roosevelt, and remember his words: “Here is your country. Cherish these natural wonders, cherish the natural resources, cherish the history and romance as a sacred heritage, for your children and your children's children. Do not let selfish men or greedy interests skin your country of its beauty, its riches or its romance.” For more information please contact Dilma Cano at the BTIA Toledo Chapter office in Punta Gorda Town, at 722-2531 or email btiatoledo@btl.net.
marine areas in southern Belize through effective, collaborative protected areas management, community involvement, and strategic partnerships for the benefit of all stakeholders. We do not believe that handing over the preeminent position in southern tourism to NCL or any other cruise line is in the best interest of Belize, and reiterate our position that SEA urges Cabinet to reject any proposal that introduces large scale cruise tourism in the south. Sincerely, Nicole Auil Gomez Executive Director CC: Minister Natural Resources Minister Tourism and Culture; Minister Forestry, Fisheries and Sustainable Development; Minister of Trade, Investment Promotion, Private Sector Development and Consumer Protection; Minister of Minister of Labour, Local Government, Rural Development; SEA Board of Directors
years ago, stated in even more emphatic terms that southern Belize should not go down the path of cruise tourism. So why doesn’t the Ministry of Tourism follow its own policies? That’s a good question. Minister of Tourism Manuel Heredia Jr., one of six members of the ministerial subcommittee examining the proposal, has yet to make a public statement on the issue and his CEO, Tracy Panton, has been equally tongue-tied. It is reported that these public officials strongly support the NCL cruise port, saying that it will provide badly needed jobs and increase Government revenue…and however misguided, to hold that opinion is their right. But what is not their right is to hide from the people who will be most affected by their decisions. Speak Mr. Heredia and Mrs. Panton. Come and explain the reasoning behind your decision. To do otherwise is to disrespect the South and disrespect the very industry whose welfare you purport to promote. ▪
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Minister Heredia: If you tried to bring cruise ships to San Pedro or Caye Caulker you’d be hanged from the highest coconut tree.
So why do you want to inflict them on Placencia?
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PLACENCIA FOOTBALL STARS JOIN BELIZE NATIONAL TEAM EN ROUTE TO GOLD CUP It’s one thing to have your country making a milestone in football with the Belize National Team making its debut in the Confederation of North, Central American and Caribbean Association Football (CONCACAF) Gold Cup, but to have four of those players representing your village football team is a whole other ball game. Placencia Assassins football fans have been very proud of their football stars Dalton “Pachos” Eiley, Jr., Ashley “Tosa” Torres, Luis “Baca” Torres and Bernard Linares for making the cut in the Belize National Team also known as the Jaguars. The Jaguars recently shined in Costa Rica during their outstanding performance in the Nation’s Cup where the Belize National Team qualified over rivals Guatemala and Nicaragua and roars of applause burst out of almost every bar and home in Placencia Village. “We made history and made our nation proud. We returned home as heroes,” said Dalton, who is the Placencia Assassins team captain and a Jaguars defense player. The four young men have been playing football together since they were children competing against each other in primary school tournaments. Older players like Dalton and Ashley also played together with the Placencia Pirates, Sagitun and Texmar, successfully competing in regional and national tournaments. How could four cousins from the PlacenciaIndependence area all make it to this high point in their football careers? Dalton believes there is something special about the football spirit in the rural south. “Most of the players on the national team are from the southern districts and when it comes to Placencia – we seem to offer the most support to football compared to other rural villages. When you’re at a Placencia Assassins game, for example, there’s always a big crowd. Football has always been the biggest sport for us.” The cousins have been training hard along with other members of the Jaguars to take on the United States, Cuba and Costa Rica in three games to be played in three U.S. cities: Portland, Oregon; Salt Lake City, Utah and Hartford, Connecticut. It’s been a long road to this success in Belize Football history and while other countries with more established football federations can easily provide football as a money- making career to players, in Belize much sacrifice must be made to enjoy this sporting passion. Midfield player, Ashley Torres, who is a teacher at the primary school in Independence Village and the father of four-old-girl and an 11-month-old boy says reaching this point in his football career definitely came with its challenges, but the support and love from his family has served as a big push for him. And while Ashley’s mother might be his biggest supporter, he also has his full family support on the team. “Most players don’t have that kind of support, so we definitely take advantage of our relationship as cousins.” Dalton, who works as the purchasing manager at Wallen’s Hardware and is also a father, expressed the need for funding assistance for the Gold Cup in a letter addressed to the local business community. “I need to get all the proper football gears. This is the biggest game of my career and I would like to do well and bring my experience back to my beautiful village and share with our upcoming super stars.”
Luis Torres
Bernard Linares
Eiley’s effort to seek assistance from the business community while the Football Federation of Belize have embarked on fundraising campaigns for the Jaguars demonstrates the high cost of reaching the desired level for Belize to excel in the Gold Cup. Three hundred thousand dollars is needed for the team’s Gold Cup preparations expenses. Following a telethon held on June 15 at the Princess Hotel in Belize City, only one hundred and thirty thousand dollars was pledged. The cousins remain optimistic, however. “I know we’ll do well,” said Dalton. “I feel like this is my last big chance.” Jaguars play their first Gold Cup match against the USA in Portland, Oregon on July 9. The team is led by Head Coach Ian Mork who been a familiar face with the player for sometime since their Placencia Pirates days in 2005. If you would like to support our Placencia superstars and the Jaguars in their preparations for the Gold Cup including nutrition and other training expenses, please contact the Belize Football Federation at 501-822-3410. Or you can also contact Dalton Eiley directly at daltoneiley@yahoo.com or 624-2365.Visit the FFB website for more information on the team’s progress in the Gold Cup: www.belizefootball.bz or visit the Gold Cup’s official page: www.goldcup.org▪
Support the JAGUARS — The Belize National Football Team Contact the FFB: 822-3410/bzefederation@gmail.com
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Lionfish: The Solution to Sustainable Seafood Sorrows! By Jennifer K. Chapman
Lionfish have a delicious, firm, white meat, frequently compared at tasting events to grouper, hogfish, snapper, and cod. It is rich in omega-3, and, better yet, with each mouthful you have helped to save countless juvenile reef fish.
Country Coordinator, Blue Ventures, jen@blueventures.org There are aliens in Belize, and they come in the form of lionfish. We do not want them. They threaten the health of our reef and our native fish populations. Unfortunately, invasive lionfish reproduce every four days; a sexually mature female will release two million eggs into the water every year. It is now recognised that it is impossible to completely eradicate lionfish from Belize’s reefs. However, it is possible to slow down or even stop the growth of their population, by fishing them. This is a valuable activity, as lionfish are known to feed on juvenile parrotfish and grouper.
However, despite the fact that lionfish have been heralded as a tasty alternative to native fish, it is still difficult to obtain to have an lionfish in restaurants and fish markets.
“For people impact on lionfish population growth, our efforts to remove them from the reefs need to dramatically increase.”
This is the driving factor behind a partnership struck between Blue Ventures and the Placencia Cooperative.
If that wasn’t enough, as a consumer, it is becoming increasingly difficult to find seafood that you can eat entirely ‘guilt-free’. With so many species and populations now listed as vulnerable, endangered or over-exploited, it is unsurprising that reef-savvy restaurant-goers simply don’t know what they ‘should’ or ‘shouldn’t’ order. The answer has arrived, and it is lionfish.
Originally from the Indo-Pacific, lionfish were accidentally released into the Atlantic Ocean in the 1980s. Their spread was initially slow, only reaching Belize in 2008. However, since their arrival, their population has exploded. Due to their voracious appetites for juvenile reef fish and shrimp, in the Caribbean lionfish are now considered to be one of the greatest threats to reef health, and importantly, maintaining and regaining healthy fish populations.
NEWSFLASH!! 1.
Lionfish venom is only found in the spines, and only affects you if it is injected into your bloodstream. The meat is not poisonous.
2. If you do get stung, first aid is easy! As soon as possible, put your hand in the hottest water you can stand for half an hour.
For people to have an impact on lionfish population growth, our efforts to remove them from the reefs need to dramatically increase. At the same time, it is widely recognised that many of Belize’s fisheries are fully exploited. The conch fishing season has closed early two years in a row, as maximum quotas for sustainable extraction were reached. Fishers around the country are in need of an alternative target species; one with no seasonal closures, no quotas, and no size limits.
Get the Facts
Mini-Questionnaire Please fill me in, cut me out, and drop me off at the lionfish stand on the beachfront this Placencia Lobsterfest, 2013! Circle your answer: Where are you from? Belize / USA / Other: _______________ GORDON KIRKWOOD
Blue Ventures is a marine conservation organisation that works with coastal communities in developing countries to help them build the skills and knowledge they need to protect the marine environments on which their livelihoods depend. The Placencia Cooperative was formed in 1962, and currently processes fin fish, lobster, conch and seaweed. Blue Ventures has been promoting and studying the potential for local and export markets for invasive lionfish since July 2011. Questionnaires conducted by Blue Ventures showed that the greatest barrier to successfully developing a market was to have a central handling and processing facility to coordinate the trade.
Do you live in Belize? Y / N If yes: Where? _______________ Had you heard of lionfish before reading this article? Y / N Did you know that lionfish is safe to eat? Y/ N Have you tried lionfish before? Y / N If yes: Where? _______________ When? ________________ Do you like the taste? Y / N Would you eat it again? Y / N Lionfish tastes like __________________.
The Placencia Cooperative is committed to efforts for a sustainable and secure future for the younger generation If lionfish were available at markets, and the Placencia commu- how much would you be willing to pay nity, through expanding and in BZ$ per pound? marketing its product lines. They are interested in exploring opportunities for alternative, novel fisheries If not, come and try it at our stall today! market development, and became interested in developing a market for lionfish in April 2012.
Committed is an understatement. Blue Ventures and the Placencia Cooperative first learned of each other’s interest in lionfish market development in February 2013, and arranged to meet immediately. Things have moved quickly and in less than six months, a new processing facility has been built and certified, logistics and paperwork have been completed, and a buyer in the USA is ready and waiting: with the first shipmenplanned for July 1 st, 2013. The volume for export has been temporarily capped at 200 lbs per week, whilst the Cooperative undergoes a quality-assurance period. Once completed, the weekly target will be increased five-fold. Together, Blue Ventures and the Placencia Cooperative hope to supply the seemingly inexhaustible international market. Export provides a reliable and consistent demand; but there is still local demand, albeit smaller, and subject to a degree of seasonality. GORDON KIRKWOOD
Diver spears a lionfish.
Many restaurants and hotels have already expressed an interest in securing a regular supply of lionfish. Other interested Please see Lionfish for Seafood on page 11
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Sport Fishing Guide Calls for the Protection of the Tarpon Good Day Fellow Sports Fishers: Tarpon are a migratory fish. They migrate from extreme ranges as far north as Nova Scotia, Canada to as far South as Argentina. From our observations over the years, tarpons begin migrating North in March. The migration goes on thru to August. They slow down in September and October and start migration back South around the first week in November. While migrating thru Belize waters, there are several locations they stop in Belize and join resident tarpons. Belize River, Ambergris Caye and Tarpon Caye lagoon are the main three areas. In our area, the main reasons they stop at Tarpon Caye are: 1. 2.
The island sitting in the middle of the Victoria channel, thru which the tarpons naturally navigate. Tarpon love to feed on glass minnows. Tarpon Caye has a deep dark lagoon that is
home to a large quantity of these minnows, which feed on the algae that grows in the lagoon. Even the pelicans play a part in this feeding cycle. When they dive down to scoop up a mouth full of minnows, some are always injured in the process, and the tarpons find it easy to prey on the injured minnows. It is quite a beautiful natural process to watch. On September 26th, 2009 the Government of Belize enacted, into law, Statutory Instrument #144 to restrict the taking of Permit, Bonefish and Tarpon to catch and release only. This act requires all the above species to be returned alive to the water. It is now illegal for any restaurant, fisherman market trader etc. to be in possession of these species. With sports fishing bringing approximately $50 million BZ per annum into the Belizean economy, it was one of the best moves the Government of Belize could have done, to make sure this niche sector of the tourism industry remain sustainable.
Now, one of our major concerns at Tarpon Caye, is the fact that in the federal waters of the Gulf of Mexico, tarpons are being purposely (and legally) speared in the hundreds! This may very well pose a detriment to the tarpon stock in Belize, due to the fact, as explained above, these fish are migratory, and since they are being killed in such large quantities in the Gulf of Mexico, it may eventually lead to the depletion of the tarpon stock in Belize. This may also pose a detriment to the future of the sports fishing industry in Belize, and those of us who make a living from this very sustainable niche tourism service. We are asking all stakeholders to lets join together to help lobby the US Fisheries Management Commissions to enact regulations that would protect, enhance and preserve these migratory fish in the Gulf of Mexico, from which so many people, from North to South America, make a living. Please see Tarpon Protection on page 13.
Lionfish for Seafood Continued from page 9 groups are urged to contact Justino Mendez, Operations Manager at the Placencia Fishermen’s Cooperative to discuss how to get lionfish on your menu and become part of the market expansion plan. In the meantime, if you are feeling peckish in Placencia GORDON KIRKWOOD and looking for a tasty lionfish treat, ask at Omar's Restaurant, Rum Fish, Hatchet Caye Resort, Dawn’s Grill n Go or the Placencia. Or, if you feel like going somewhere different, tell the manager that if they had lionfish on the menu, you would order it. ▪ Contact Mr. Mendez at the Coop: placenciacoop@gmail.com for your lionfish!
HATCHET CAYE RESORT
Top Left: Lionfish ready for cleaning after its prey has been removed. Top Right: A plate of deep fried lionfish bites served with tartar sauce and ketchup at the Lionfish Grille at Hatchet Caye Resort.
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Belize Olympics Star Kaina Martinez Prepares for Second Seine Bight Track and Field Kids Camp Belize 2012 Olympics Star Kaina Martinez is holding her second Summer Break Track and Field Games for children ages four through 15 in Seine Bight on July 20, 2013. Her first camp saw the participation of 120 children and this year she is expecting 200 participants. “I had many kids come back saying how much fun they had and how much they had learn,” said Martinez. Hoping for another successful year and another great experience for the children, Martinez is seeking the support of the community to assist her with: school supplies, certificates of participation, t-shirts bearing the designed
logo of the camp, a day’s meal and hydration drinks. Kaina said that she was very pleased to see the turnout of 120 to her first camp last July. “This showed me that these kids were eager to do something and that opportunities like this don’t come along all the time in Seine Bight.” Martinez’ camp is aimed to encourage children in Seine Bight to pursue their dreams, no matter their limitations.
To sign the petition, please go to http://flylifemagazine.com/petition/. Click the orange button in the right hand margin of the article, to provide necessary protection for tarpon now. We need to protect this specie for today and for the livelihood of future generations.
Charles Leslie, Sr. Founder Kingfisher Adventures Ltd. Tarpon Caye Belize
School Supplies Needed:
Pens Pencils Rulers Erasers Sharpeners Note Pads
Typing Sheets Crayons School Bags/Back Packs Exercise Books/Note Books Mathematics Sets Bristol/Poster Board
Folder sheets
Other Assistance Needed: Since her impressive showing at the 2012 Olympics, Kaina Martinez has continued to work with the Belize Coast Guard responsible for law enforcement and safety. She aspires to participate in the 2016 Olympics.▪
Tarpon Protection Continued from page 9
Sincerely,
Support Kaina’s 2013 Summer Break Track and Field Games in Seine Bight
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Contact: 662-3397/669-5834 or kfbelize@gmail.com
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Placencia BTIA Members 2013 BUSINESS NAME A Belizean Nirvana Aba Ubafu (One Power) Above Ground Coffee Artful Dodger Sail & Canvas Avadon Divers Ltd Barefoot Bar Barefoot Services Barnacle Bill’s Beach Bungalows BB Yoga Flow Belize Luxury Travel and Beyond Belize Tradewinds Cruise Club Belize Trips Blue Crab Beach Resort Blue Garden House Boris Mannsfeld & Associates Caliz, Apolo Captain Jak’s Cabanas Car Rental of Placencia Caribbean Travel & Tours Casa Beya/Sea Grape Escape Casa Del Sol Casa Nettuno Casa Placencia Celeste, Donna Chabil Mar Villas Charly’s Gifts Coconut Cottage Cocoplum Cocoplum Vacation Rentals Cohen, Howard & Karen Colibri House Coston, Debbie Courtenay Coye LLP CPC Real Estate Solution Danube Austrian Restaurant De Barcelona Beach Tapas Bar De Viners Decked Out House Destinations Belize Dial, Elysia Dial, Mary Ann Dolce Cabana Dusa, Lee & Gail Easy Living Apartments Eloise’s Travel Lodge Fairs, Rick & Brigitte Feldman, Babe & Karen Finca Ford, David French Louie Caye Friedeck, Mike & Maureen Friends Near the Pier Fuller, Fred & Jacque Gabor, Deborah Galipeau, Cheryl Garden Cabanas George Cowdrey’s Guesthouse Glessner, Virginia & Fox, Jay Glockhamer, Heidi & Fasano, Steven Go Tees Goss Chocolate Green Parrot Beach Houses Grill N Go Guild & Guild Consulting Harbour Hideaway of Placencia Harry’s Cozy Cabanas Hatchet Caye Resort Heaven’s Gate Beach Bungalow Hess, Tina Hideaway Caye Hughes, Sharon Jaguar Lanes J-Dee’s Restaurant & Bar Jewel of Placencia John Ford dba Cordy’s Beach Cottages Joy Tours Joyce and Frank’s Beach House Koster, Liliana Tarpon Caye Belize La Caribe Laru Beya Villas Las Amigas Leslie Tech Services Lola’s Art Los Porticos Villas Lost Reef Resort Lydia’s Guest House Lynn Jackson & Doug Simons Manatee Inn Mark Risk dba The Arches Master Plumbing Maya Beach Hotel & Bistro Maya Dream Beach House Maya Lodge Michelo Flats Miller’s Landing Miramar Apartments Mirasol Villa Mission Bay Christian Retreat MnM Hardware Placencia Mosquito Coast Trading Co. Ltd.
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FRIDAY, JUNE 28 ALL DAY DJ ENTERTAINMENT BY ENTOURAGE MOVEMENTS & FIRST DOWN ENTERTAINMENT LIONFISH TOURNAMENT OUT AT SEA 1 P.M. TO 3 P.M. LOBSTERFEST CLASSICS: THROW THE CAST NET, REEL IN THE KAYAK AND FLY FISHING ON THE SAND 5 P.M. LOBSTERFEST TRIVIA 10 P.M. TO 3 A.M. GILHARRY 7 BAND
For info on the Battle Cancer Walk/Run and more on the Blissful Sage Foundation’s activities throughout the Lobsterfest weekend, please see page 21.
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SATURDAY, JUNE 29 ALL DAY DJ ENTERTAINMENT BY ENTOURAGE MOVEMENTS & FIRST DOWN ENTERTAINMENT BIGGEST LOBSTAH COMPETITION OUT AT SEA 10 A.M. TO 11 A.M. OPENING CEREMONY 11 A.M. TO 3 P.M. PANERRIFIX STEEL BAND
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2 P.M TO 3 P.M. TUG O WAR & BELIKIN BEER DRINKING CONTEST 4 P.M. TO 5 P.M. MADISCO FOOD COMPETITION WINNERS ANNOUNCEMENTS: Biggest Lobstah Competition and Lionfish Tournament and Lionfish Cookoff
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One Round-Trip Ticket on Delta Air Lines to the United States or Canada!Delta Air Lines is proud to support the Belizean Community and the Belizean Tourism Industry. Delta offers daily services with connections through Atlanta to and from more than 350 destinations worldwide. For more information about Delta’s growing service to and from Belize call 20 DELTA, visit DELTA.COM, or visit your friendly travel agent. The Placencia Lobsterfest is a joint effort by the Placencia Village Council and the Placencia BTIA and is made possible by our many generous sponsors and volunteering individuals and organizations.
Snorkeling for two at Laughing Bird National Park
Dinner for 2 - Dutch - Indonesian Rijsttafel Mondays or Thursdays including a bottle Sauvignon Blanc 2 night stay at Turtle Inn - Garden view cottage, holidays not included. Continued on page 17
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SUNDAY, JUNE 30 ALL DAY DJ ENTERTAINMENT BY ENTOURAGE MOVEMENTS & FIRST DOWN ENTERTAINMENT 10 A.M. TO 11 A.M. BANDFEST CHAMPIONS MAIN STREET PARADE with Corozal Community College
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1 P.M. TO 2 P.M. BANDFEST CHAMPIONS BEACH PERFORMANCE 2 P.M TO 3 P.M. TIPSY TUNA TOSS 3 P.M. TO 4 P.M. HOT PAPAYA/OLD MASTER RUM PUNCH COMPETITION 4 P.M. PLACENCIA LOBSTERFEST RAFFLE DRAWING MAJOR SPONSOR
8 P.M. TO 12 A.M. THE PERSUADERS
Raffle Prizes continue on page 24
KIDS ACTIVITIES Also visit the Placencia Humane Society booth for more on Lobsterfest Essay Contest for Kids!
BAREFOOT SERVICES 1- golf cart rental (8 hours) 1 Scooter rental (8 hours) 1- 4 wheeler rental (5 hours) 1-dirt bike rental (8 hours) (Some restrictions apply.) THE SECRET GARDEN 60-minute massage by Lee Nyhus A BELIZEAN NIRVANA Two-night stay for two guests in luxurious beach suite in the heart of Placencia Village on the beach; valued at $1170. BZD COURTS A $350.00 value 20” Mabe stove DAVID KAFKA, RE/MAX Property Center “Night Out at Town” Dinner Gift Certificate $75 Bar tab at a local bar $30 Dessert at Tutti Frutti $20 PARADISE RESORT Overnight stay in an Ocean View Room with breakfast for double occupancy. GOSS CHOCOLATE One box of Goss chocolates. BLUE CRAB BEACH One box of Goss chocolates. SEA GLASS INN One-night stay for two based on availability AVADON DIVERS Discover scuba diving class for two to the barrier reef for two dives HATCHET CAYE RESORT Two-night stay for two at Hatchet Caye with breakfast (no boat transfer) HATCHET CAYE RESORT Lunch for four at the Lionfish Grill
Thanks to all our T-shirt Sponsors: Maya Beach Bistro, Lost Reef, Splash Dive Center, Laru Beya, Hatchet Caye, Albert Loewen, Captain Jak’s, Wild Orchid, Tipsy Tuna, Belize Bank , Scotia Bank & Placencia Adventures by Land or Sea. Many thanks also to our event supporters: Tipsy Tuna, SEA, PVC, Blue Ventures, Placencia Fishermen’s Cooperative, Budget Car Rental and TIDE.
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Placencia BTIA Members continued from page 15 BUSINESS NAME Nauta Vero PR & Communications Nautical Inn Ocean’s Edge One World Rental s Palmetto Bay Resort Palmtree Designs Papaya Boutique Paradise Vacation Hotel Peninsula Citizens for Sustainable Dev. Placencia Adventures by Land or by Sea Placencia Eagle Ray Tours Placencia Humane Society Placencia Mini Storage Platinum Designs Placencia Pizza Placencia Tennis Placencia Yacht Club Property Pro Belize Quest for Adventure in Belize w/ Splash Ltd. Ranguana Lodge Re/Max Belize Property Center Robert’s Grove Robert Nicolait & Associates, Ltd. Rumfish y Vino Seahorse Dive Shop Sea Glass Inn Seaspray Hotel Seaview Suites Secret Garden Day Spa Secret Garden Restaurant Silver Leaf Singing Sands Inn Siripohn Thai Massage Smith, Stan & Mary Southern Environmental Association South Waters Resort Spectarte Gallery Spilman, Ron Splash Dive Center Sunset Pointe Condos Taylor, Rand Taylor, Winston The Added Touch The Arches The Flamboyant The Flying Pig The Maine Stay The Moorings The North Beach The Pickled Parrot The Placencia Hotel & Residences The Purple Space Monkey Bar & Grill The Shak Beach Café The Surfside Escape Resort The Villas at Cocoplum The Yellow House Three Iguanas Villa Tipsy Tuna Sports Bar Toucan Lulu Tony’s Gym Tooth Fairy Dental Clinic Tradewinds Tree of Life Trip N Travel Turtle Inn Tuttifrutti Ice Cream Parlor Vern’s Kitchen Village Inn Waterfront Real Estate Westwind Hotel Whipray Caye Lodge White Sand Villa Wild Orchid Properties Yellow Bella Yoli’s Bar Yount, Doran & Kim Z-Touch Day Spa
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CONTACT PERSON Niall Gillett Brian Mandziak Francine Martel Claudia Hardegger Carlton Watson Marion & Ed Carr Aline Habib Alan & Deloris Stamm Adrian Vernon & Mary Toy Ainsworth “Cubby” Leslie Tricia Hernandez and Rene Leslie Doran Yount, President Ruth Turner & Fred Arbona Hannah Cowell Wende Bryan and Denise Williams Bob & Lida Rodgers Lee and Gail Dusa Frank Gagliano Ralph Capeling Joy Leslie David Kafka Jean-Marc Tassé Lou Nicolait Pamela & John Solomon Brian & Ardie Young Brad & Christine Schofield Jodie & Norman Leslie John & Marian Chan Lee Nyhus Randy & Sabrina William & Jolanda Brown, Stefano/agent Jean-Marc Tasse Siriporn Thakham Stan & Mary Smith Nellie Catzim Maria Cabral Jenny Wildman Ron Spilman Patricia Ramirez Eric & Janis Winchester Rand Taylor Winston Taylor Robin McCutheon Ginny Clayton Angie Markham Patrick Gonzalve Drew Travers Renee Brown Deborah & Dave Vernon Lynn and Eugene Upham Marco Caruso & Elena Cuellar Nick Symons Magda Morales Brian Mandziak Boris Mannsfield or Erin Ivy Veronique McKenzie Stefano Ragagnin & Joe Stark Salva and Gillian Zabaneh Paul Fanning Tony Pinder Dr. Dalila Vanzie-Krohn Janice Leslie Kristine Small Laura Godfrey & Fiona Macfarlane Martin Krediet Tiziana Del Col Verna Marin Veronique Mckenzie Patrick & Denise Callahan George & Lisa Westby Julian & Beverly Cabral James Grover & Stefano Ragagnin Aline Habib Stefano Ragagnin Yolanda Trethewey Doran & Kim Yount Ysela Zabaneh
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Don’t forget to take a Placencia Lobsterfest T-shirt home! Only $25 at the Placencia Tourism Center! $20 for kids sizes. Limited sizes, styles and colors available. Find us across the street from Scotia Bank just behind Re/Max Property Center.
A Belizean Nirvana 55-D4 Above Ground Coffee 18-C4 Artful Dodger Sail & Canvas 92-A2 Barefoot Bar 38-D3 Belize Sailing Charters 99-C4 Belize Tradewinds Cruise Club 98-A2 Blue Garden House 88-E2 Blue Lagoon Apartments 80-D3 Boris Mannsfeld & Associates 97-C4 Captain Jak’s Cabanas 52-D2 Caribbean Travel & Tours 8-D3 Casa Del Sol 76-F3 Casa Placencia 81-F2 Century21 BTAL 93-B4 Coconut Cottage 54-D4 Colibri House 55-E3 CPC Reality 43-C3 Destinations Belize 42-C4 De Barcelona 21-D3 DeViners 19-E3 Dianni’s Guesthouse 56-B3 Easy Living Apartments 57-C4 Eloise’s Guesthouse 58-C3 French Louie Caye 33-D3 Garden Cabanas 60-B3 George Cowdrey’s Guesthouse 89-E3 Grill & Go 17-C3 Guild & Guild Consulting 10-F2 Harbor Hideaway 88-E1 Harry’s Cozy Cabanas 61-B3 Hatchet Caye 35-E5 Hatchet Caye Office 35-C1 J-Dees Restaurant & Bar 20-D3 Jewel of Placencia 27-C4 Joy Tours 44-C3 Julia’s Cabanas 62-E3 Tarpon Caye Lodge 45-E3 Tarpon Caye Main Office 46-D3 Las Amigas 26-E3 Leslie Tech Service 46-D3 Lydia’s Guesthouse 64-E3 Manatee Inn 65-F3 Maya Lodge 66-E2 Michelo Flats 67-F2 Miramar Apartments 68-E3 Mirasol Villa 69-C4 MnM Hardware Placencia 96-D3 One World Rental 70-C4 Paradise Vacation Resort 71-B3 PCSD 47-E2 Placencia Bazaar 7-D3 Placencia Yacht Club 34-A5 Property Pro Belize 43-C3 Ranguana Lodge 30-E3 Re/Max Property Center 39-D3 Rumfish y Vino 43-C3 Seahorse Dive Shop 48-D4 Seaspray Hotel 79-E3 Sea View Suites 63-C4 Secret Garden Day Spa 4-C3 Secret Garden Restaurant & Bar 24-C3 Silver Leaf 90-E2 Siripohn Thai Massage 8-D3 Southern Environmental Association 95-D3 Sunset Pointe Condos 40-A1 Splash Dive Center 49-C4 The Arches 86-E5 The Flamboyant 28-C4 The Galley Restaurant & Bar 59-B3 The North Beach 73-E3 The Purple Space Monkey 41-C3 The Shak Beach Café 16-C4 The Yellow House 74-D3 The Village Inn 31-F3 Three Iguanas Villa 86-E2 Tony’s Gym/Belize Fit 17-E3 Toucan Lulu 75-F3 Tree of Life 8-D3 Trip N Travel 51-C4 Tuttifrutti Ice Cream Parlor 43-C3 Wendy’s Creole Restaurant & Bar 15-C4 Westwind Hotel 78-D4 Whipray Caye Lodge 32-E5 White Sand Villa 82-C3 Yello Bella 29-F2 Yoli’s Bar 21-B3 Z-Touch Day Spa 6-D3
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2013 Battle Cancer Program Engages More Men in the Conversation As Raquel Battle reaches her seventh year organizing the Battle Cancer Run/Walk and other activities annually held during the Lobsterfest weekend, she is doing more this year to raise funds for the Edlin Leslie, Sr. Hospice and Home Care and to increase cancer awareness among men. “Since we’ve started doing screenings, we have observed a greater participation of women compared to men,” said Battle. Her efforts to strengthen the prostate screening initiative won her the assistance of American film and television actor Richard Gant who is headlining the “Keeping It Real Talk” to be held at the Tipsy Tuna on Friday afternoon at 2:30 p.m. Belizeans may be familiar with Gant’s character as “George Washington Duke” in Rocky V or with his roles in Daddy Day Camp starring Cuba Gooding, Jr. and in the acclaimed television series, Men of a Certain Age where Gant acted alongside Emmy Winners Ray Romano and Andre Braugher. “I was very interested in Raquel’s cause and offered to lend her my support and come to Belize,” said Gant who resides in Los Angeles, California. While the 69-year-old actor is healthy, he says any man over the age of 50 should have a great interest in the topic of prostate cancer. “It’s easy to get checked; men need to know this.”
While the architectural works are in progress for the hospice thanks to two Belizean volunteers based in North Carolina, Battle says more funds need to be raised to build the hurricane-proof, Dangriga-based hospice and make it a reality. The goals of the Blissful Sage Foundation, founded by Battle, are also to increase the number of in-home patients across the entire southern region of Belize, hire a part-time nurse, maintain the foundation’s office in Placencia, recruit more volunteers and increase educational efforts on the hospice program. To recognize partners of the Blissful Sage Foundation, Battle will be holding a special signing session at 3 p.m. on Friday afternoon at the Tipsy Tuna following the “Keeping it Real Talk” with Richard Gant. Participating in the Partnership Signing are: Belize Natural Energy, Ltd. who are donating $10,000.00 towards the construction of the hospice; the Anglican Diocese of Belize who will be offering spiritual support to patients and volunteer recruitment assistance; the Belize Cancer Center of Dangriga, the Rotary Club and others. ▪
Gant, who has never visited Belize or any country in Central America or even South America, is excited about his trip to Belize. Having a poignant interest in the cultures of the African Diaspora, Gant says he is looking forward to learning about the Garifuna and Creole people of Belize. Gant is also the co-founder of the My Mandela Moment, a Social Networking campaign that celebrates and reaffirms Dr. Nelson Mandela’s principles of leadership and community service. Men are encouraged to take advantage of the free prostate cancer screenings, which will be facilitated at the Athelo Cabral Health Center (Placencia Medical Clinic) on Friday, June 28 and Saturday June 29 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. (Cervical Cancer screenings for women will also be conducted at the Placencia Medical clinic at this time while the skin cancer screenings will be done at the Blissful Sage Foundation Office located along the main sidewalk near Tipsy Tuna on Friday, June 28 at 9:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and 1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.) Joining Gant on Friday afternoon for the “Real Talk” session on cancer at the Tipsy Tuna are Dermatologist Dr. Jorge Lopez Granja and other medical professionals. In addition to her cancer awareness initiatives, which have been successfully integrated into the Lobsterfest weekend program, Battle has also expanded her fundraising activities for the Edlin Leslie, Sr. Hospice with a silent auction held on Wednesday, June 26. Since her first Battle Cancer Walk/Run, Battle says the Blissful Sage Foundation has only raised enough money to cover the cost of screenings and to provide in-home care for terminally ill patients treated in Gales Point, Independence, Placencia and Dangriga.
American film and television actor Richard Gant is assisting Raquel Battle with promoting prostate cancer awareness during the Lobsterfest weekend activities in Placencia.
For more information on the Blissful Sage Foundation and the Edlin Leslie, Sr. Hospice and Home Care, please contact Raquel Battle at elshospice@gmail.com or visit www.blissfulsagefoundation.org BATTLE CANCER RUN/WALK FRIDAY, JUNE 28, 2013 Starts at Seine Bight Football Field at 5:30 a.m. and ends in Placencia at the Tipsy Tuna. 5 a.m. bus pickup at MnM Hardware Store in Placencia Village REGISTRATION: $40 Pre-register at Tuttifrutti or Sunova Beach Gift Shop in Placencia Village.
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Introducing the Paranda Ambassadors
THE FLYING PIG
The Paranda Ambassadors playing their second show at The Flying Pig. Left to Right: Robert “Coco” Marin (primero drum), Silas Sabal (vocals and guitar), Emilio “Leo” Thomas (vocals and guitar) re old friends who have recently discovered their musical potential together.
Since the Flying Pig opened on Dec. 11, 2012 during the “End of the World” festivities, the sports bar located just outside Placencia Village has become a playground for musicians. “We’ve had everything from jazz flute players, sax players, classic rock, local musicians and just guys walking around with guitars,” said owner Patrick Gonzalve.
Keith Morrison of Above Grounds Coffee House appreciates the diverse audience the band attracts to their shows. “I just think it’s really great to have some Stann Creek talent, and it’s great to listen to music that ALL people can really enjoy.”
Then one night in early May at the Pig, patrons discovered the Paranda Ambassadors. It was the band’s first night playing together, and they instantly became an overnight sensation.
The Paranda Ambassadors are compriesed of three members: Silas Sabal (vocals and guitar), Emilio “Leo” Thomas (vocals and guitar) and Robert “Coco” “I think if they continue to work hard, they can folMarin (primero drum). Leo low the path of Garifuna musical legend Andy Palawho must travel along with cio and contribute to the preservation of the GariRobert from Dangriga to PlaThe Flying Pig has become the new playground for musicians. funa Culture,” said Gonzalve. cencia to perform, is a cousin of Silas and has been What sets the playing music at a Paranda Ambassa- “Through music people speak one language, park in Dangriga. no matter what race we are. We can unite dors apart from “Leo visited the stuthrough music.” - Silas Sabal other musical acts dio to make beats one on the Peninsula is day and then Robert their story telling. They explain the meaning and had improved over the years on drums … it culture of their songs sung in Garifuna and translate just all came together at Sabal Studio Prothe words to English for their guests. “Everybody’s ductions,” said Silas. “We know there is a been excited because we’ve been waiting for this demand on the Peninsula for cultural music, kind of cultural music. People can dance and enjoy so we are marketing ourselves as best as we the interactive conversations with the band,” said can so we can perform at venues throughout one North American transplant. the area,” he added. “Through music people speak one language, no matter what race we Quickly seeing the appreciation for cultural music at are. We can unite through music.” his establishment, Gonzalve decided to up the ante at the band’s second showing featuring the flavorful The group describes their music as “positive Garifuna fish “Hudut” as a special on the menu. “It Paranda”. It is a soulful style of Garifuna feels great to blend in food with the music,” said music expressing feelings and emotions in Gonzalve. “(The Hudut) is pretty f-----ng good!” the songs. But Silas says the Ambassadors have their own twist on traditional paranda. Fans, spanning a range of Belizean and non- “We make it funky too adding in electric Belizean residents and tourists as well, are espeguitar to the acoustic sounds.” Paranda difcially intrigued by the Ambassadors’ Garifuna covfers from punta with its use of the more high ers of popular pop songs like, “Stand by Me.” Plapitched primero drum as opposed to the secencia’ DJ Curling was impressed with the group’s gunda drum in punta which produces more performance at the Pig. “These guys are nice and bass. ▪ smooth.” And according to one taxi driver, because DON’T MISS THE PARANDA the band members are young, they will only get AMBASSADORS PERFORMING AT THE better. “They are very local and original. We need PLACENCIA LOBSTERFEST ON SATURDAY NIGHT FROM 6 P.M. TO 8 P.M. more of this stuff,” he added. BEFORE THE GILHARRY 7 @ 10 P.M.
Flying Pig Owner Patrick Gonzalve gave the Ambassadors their first break in Placencia.
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Placencia Rotary Club Plans First Beach Olympics, More Bingo Games and Reports on 7th Annual Senior Luncheon ROTARY CLUB OF PLACENCIA: 1ST ANNUAL BEACH OLYMPICS Rotary Club of Placencia is hosting its 1st Annual Beach Olympics on July 7, 2013 at 10 a.m. until,on the beach between Tipsy Tuna and Cozy Corner. We are looking for 12 teams with eight (8) members per Team. To register your team it’s $200.00 BZ (basically $25.00 per team mate). Games to be played at this year’s Beach Olympic are: a.) Flipper Race b.) Greasy Watermelon c.) Tug & War d.) Human Ring Toss e.) Jaws Relay Race f.) Water Bed Wrestling HEY! HEY! All you need is to sign up & play on July 7, 2013. It’s going to be a blast! All proceeds goes to the Trauma Centre. For more information please call Sandra Steele 523-3045 or 610-0352. Sign up your Team today! Space Limited! Prizes for Best Team T-Shirt , First Place, Second Place and a surprise prize! BINGO! BINGO! BINGO! Our Rotary Bingo is still going on at JD’s Restaurant every other Thursday at 7:00 pm Sharp. It is $2.00 BZ per card per game and $5.00 for the Jackpot game! We play 9 games at $2.00 BZ winner takes half the pot and the 10th Game is the Coverall/ Jackpot Game. A new pot has been started its at $360.00 for our Bingo game on Thursdays 13 June, 2013. Come out and support our Rotary Bingo! Bring your friends, grandparents, aunts and uncles for a night of fun! It’s always something new at Rotary Bingo! Free Card Games, Free card for best colour of the night and maybe it’s just your lucky night at Bingo! Thanks to all who keep supporting this event and because of you all the proceeds of our Bingo go towards these Annual Projects such as: a.) Senior Luncheon held every year for in May! b.) Scholarship Funds - 1 student per year c.) Haunted House held every year in October! d.) Summer Reading Program held every year in July – August! e.) Cancer Walk held every year in June! f.) Dictionary Distribution Labels for all STD 3 Primary School (Placencia, Seine Bight, Independence & Monkey River)
g.) Defibrillators replacement parts for defibrillators at the health center and Police station
(seine Bight), Warren Latchman (Placencia), Gloria Wade (Placencia), Anastacio Augustine (Seine Bight) & Elizabeth Guzman (Seine Bight).
So please continue supporting rotary bingo! Let’s keep improving our community! Thank you!
We would like to thank all our sponsors, friends and rotary members who took time out to make this event magnificent! Thanks for all your donations and help. The seniors of both Villages are already looking forward to next year Luncheon. We always
ROTARY CLUB OF PLACENCIA SENIOR LUNCHEON 2013: Rotary Club’s 7th Annual Senior Luncheon was held on the 19th May, 2013 at BJ’s Creole Restaurant in Placencia. Refreshments were provided through Wallen’s Market from Bowen & Bowen with Dessert made by Sugar Fix donated by Miramar Apartments and Mr. Carl Olson. Transportation was donated by Ritchie’s Bus Line and our Annual Seniors Cake was made by Marlene’s Café. Once again we have pulled off another successful and meaningful Seniors Luncheon! Seniors deserved to have a day to reunite with old friends, eat, and be merry. All seniors from the Seine Bight Village and Placencia Village participated by doing a song, sharing a joke, sharing and experience and some even dance.
Most of them won raffles prizes such as: Belize Telecommunication Limited – 2 cell phones were won by Dominica Augustine (Seine Bight) PLACENCIA ROTARY CLUB Mrytis Villanueva (Placencia). Placencia’s Senior Citizens enjoy luncheon at BJ’s Restaurant. Scotia Bank Placencia – 2 - $75.00 Savings Account were won by Mr. Carlton Young try to give them something extra to look forward to (Placencia) & Ann Martinez (Seine Bight) Southern Cable Network – 2 – 2 Months Free Cable each year! This Luncheon is rejuvenating for our seniors and brings them closer to each other. So for were won by Francis Guzman (Seine Bight) & each year you have supported this event they have Wilma Leslie (Placencia) Tutti Frutti Gift Certificate - 2 - $15.00 Ice cream appreciated how much we’ve given back to them. Thank you once again! Gift Certificate were by Nicodema Fernandez (Seine Bight) & Jessie Eiley (Placencia) MNM Hardware Placencia - 1 Crock Pot won by If you would like to donate to next year’s 2014 SenCelia Muschamp (Placencia) & 1 Blender won by ior Luncheon please contact Mrs. Lydia Villanueva at 523-3117 or 627-9770. Joe Williams ( Seine Bight) Placencia Pharmacy - 2 - $20.00 Gift Certificate won by Aaron Zuniga (Seine Bight) & Louise Wade (Placencia) Grocery Basket donated by Ming’s Store, Everyday Super Market, Top Value, & Grace Kennedy were won by Joyce Eiley (Placencia) & Angelita Zuniga (Seine Bight) Ten $25.00 Cash Prizes donated from Rotary were won by Florence Augustin (seine Bight), Udith Westby (Placencia), Hortence Cabral (Placencia), Balbina Guzman (Seine Bight), Cherry Vernon (Placencia), Rufina Valerio
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LOBSTERFEST RAFFLE PRIZES Continued from page 17 TIPSY TUNA $50 Bar Tab $50 Bar Tab SUNOVA BEACH GIFT SHOP $100 Gift Certificate LOS PORTICOS VILLAS Two-night stay at the GardenView Villa at Los Porticos Villas (Based on availability) RUMFISH Y VINO $100 Gift Certificate $50 Drink Card MILLER’S LANDING One-night stay for two with a pizza (To be used prior to 2014.) FANTONI’S KITCHEN/ CLEEVEY’S TASTEY THINGS One 8” Pineapple Upside Down Cake One 8” Cheese Cake (with topping choices) 1 Bread Basket which includes – 2 Banana Bread, 1 Whole Wheat Oat Bread, 1 Baguette, 1 Italian Herb Bread and a bottle homemade Pineapple Jam. (All prizes valid for one year; cannot redeem from September 1 - October 31st) TRADEWINDS CRUISE CLUB $200 Cash Prize $200 Cash Prize VILLAS AT COCOPLUM $100 Cash Prize TONY’S INN (COROZAL) Two-night stay for two with breakfast CHAA CREEK (CAYO) Two-night stay for two; certificates includes meals and access to on-site activities
MOJO LOUNGE, RESTO AND BARTIQUE ... COMING SOON IN LATE JUNE (PLACENCIA) $100 gift certificate DAWN’S GRILL N GO Lobster Curry Dinner for Two TROPIC AIR One roundtrip ticket, Placencia Village to Belize City, space available TONY’S GYM One free month of group training One private paddle boarding lesson LI’L BUGGA’S MUSIC & SERVICES (ACROSS FROM BAREFOOT BAR) One $100 gift certificate for dvds, cds and mp3 downloads THE MOORINGS A day sail for eight aboard The Moorings 4600 unique 4-cabin cruising catamaran! Skipper provided. (Prize is valid until Dec. 15, 2013. Excludes the month of September. Subject to availability, and a week’s notice must be given prior to redeeming prize.) BAREFOOT BEACH BAR “DRINK 'TIL YOU DROP!" - A Day of Getting Your Drink on for You and a Friend: Unlimited drinks for you and your drinking buddy at Barefoot Bar ’til you can't drink 'no more' or until either of you leave the premises (dips in the sea allowed at the discretion of your bartender). Prize does not include food. Drinks cannot be given to anyone else. It's time to get toe up @ Barefoot Bar...... back on the beach! (Value….. it all depends on YOU!...We like to think PRICELESS) (Expires June 30, 2014) ROBERT’S GROVE BEACH RESORT Dinner for two at Sweet Mama’s Saturday night BBQ buffet for two at Seaside Restaurant Tuesday night buffet for two at Habanero’s
CASA PLACENCIA Two-night stay at the Garden Room at Casa Placencia. Amenities include: A/C, wifi, cable tv, fridge, coffeemaker & new bikes (Valid through Dec. 14, 2013, depending on availability) BB YOGA FLOW One “Ashta” Card Entitles holder for eight classes at BB Yoga Flow and is valid for the months of July and August 2013. .Above Grounds Coffee 2lbs of Coffee Fat Boys Pizza Gift Certificate One World Rental Two-night Stay at Studio Apartment $50 Gift Certificate from Laundromat or Gift Shop Tarpon Caye Belize Two-night stay for four, breakfast included (Some restrictions apply) W+S $150 cash prize Madisco One Carton of Milport Cigarettes One Carton of Colonial Cigarettes One Carton of Independence Cigarettes TuttiFrutti Ice-cream Parlor $25 Gift Certificate $25 Gift Certificate $50 Gift Certificate . TREASURE BOX $100 Gift Certificate to shop for Kaj Expressions Jewelry
AND MORE!
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Jack Shares Old Friends’ Contributions with New Residents By Jack Linker The 10 years I have lived on the Peninsula is only a short piece of Placencia’s history. But seeing all the new faces at our recent village council election caused me to reflect back on two of our missing friends who were important to all of us. Many others could be mentioned who lived here during this 10-year-period, but these two are especially missed because of their part in enriching the cultural life of our community. New residents may never have read or heard the humor of John Watler, but while he was here we all had the chance to appreciate his talent as one of the best comedians in the Caribbean and Belize. And new residents many not be aware of how many village kids benefited from the time and talent of Blanche "Bianca" Barkan Felsher who helped them become dancers and participate in our Christmas
pageants. New residents might also be unaware of the important roles both friends played in helping us start our world famous Placencia Sidewalk Arts Festival held every year during the weekend closest to Valentine’s Day and scheduled for Feb. 15 and 16, 2013.
cane Iris, when these two friends and several others discussed starting a club for locals and visitors to enjoy art spanning cultural, visual and oral. The idea of an arts festival sprang from this discussion as a good way to attract tourists and artists to the Peninsula and to help our youth develop skills.
“While many love our area because of the beautiful beaches and clean waters, it is the colorful and friendly people that make Placencia the place we love and enjoy to call home.”
I’ll never forget one expat telling John we were wasting our time with a festival because we had no artists in Belize. At the first festival with Miss Bianca as president, we had over 60 artists displayed on the sidewalk and raised several thousand dollars in scholarship funds for the children. Thanks to the Placencia Chapter of the Belize Tourism Industry Association, the festival is still going 10 years later.
While many love our area because of the beautiful beaches and clean waters, it is the colorful and friendly people that make Placencia the place we love and enjoy to call home. And it was this spirit that came forth over 10 years ago, just after Hurri-
Many thanks to John, Blanche, Ms. Fairweather and the others for starting part of our culture and recognizing the talent we have here. ▪
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PLACENCIA PENINSULA GUIDE PAID LISTINGS. TO ADVERTISE CALL 523-4045 OR E-MAIL INFO@PLACENCIA.COM
ACCOMMODATIONS South of Airstrip Casa Placencia: Casually elegant Garden Rooms from $50USD and beautiful, fully-equipped Apartments, (weekly/monthly rates), surrounded by lush tropical gardens in a quiet & secure Placencia neighborhood; A/C, WIFI, cable TV and bikes. Check out our rave guest reviews on Trip Advisor. Contact: On site-owner/manager, Jacki Tipton for rates and pictures. E-mail: casaplacencia@live.com; Phone: (501) 503.3143/630.7811/669.4842
One World Rentals: Eight beautiful, comfortable and immaculate studios and apartments around an attractive courtyard . Cable TV, free wireless internet access, air-conditioning, fully equipped kitchen, private bathroom, fully screened, hammocks. Located in the heart of Placencia (behind the “Rumfish” restaurant) close to the beach, shopping and restaurants. www.oneworldplacencia.com. Contact Swiss owner Claudia Hardegger at 5233103 or 6209975. Email: oneworldplacencia@yahoo.com. MC, VISA accepted. Rates from 49US$ plus Tax.
Paradise Resort: Has most of the amenities & all the luxury of a large hotel. We are located on the ocean front. 12 A/C rooms. On site full service restaurant & bar, spa by the sea, all eco tours, diving, snorkeling, fishing, roof top Jacuzzi, Wi-Fi, dive shop, gift shop, kayak and golf cart rental. Maya & Tropic Air agent. Email:info@belize123.com or give us a call at 523-3179/503-3479 Website:www.belize123.com
Ranguana Lodge: Five private ocean view cabins located right on the beach in the heart of Placencia Village: We have 3 private air-conditioned beach cabins each w/ 2 Double beds, fans, large refrigerator, coffee makers, private bath w/ hot/cold shower, private balcony w/ a hammock. We also have two other cabins with full kitchens, 2 double beds, fans, private bath with hot & cold shower & tub, private balcony with a hammock. Beach Palapas, beach chairs. Tropic Air agent, Gift shop. Phone/fax at 011-501-523-3112, E-mail: Ranguana@btl.net website: www.ranguanabelize.com
Tarpon Caye Belize: Offers a unique experience in quality service – our island sits in the middle of the Victoria – snorkel the rich, vibrant fringe reef the island sits on; the famous Gladden Spit Whale Shark zone 6 miles away; dive sites are nearby; largest barrier reef in the western hemisphere only 6 miles away...or simply relax with a cold drink in your hand and enjoy the cool Caribbean sea breeze lapping on your skin. We have 3 cabins that can accommodate 6 comfortably. More information: 501-523-3323 – info@tarponcaye.com – www.tarponcaye.com – Facebook: facebook.com/tarponcaye
The North Beach: offers luxury suites in our sea view villa with full kitchens, living areas and configurations from one to five bedrooms. Each suite has air conditioning, ceiling fans, cable t.v. & phone. Located north end of the sidewalk-walking distance to services. The perfect spot to enjoy Placencia Village. Contact us at phone 523 -3207, e-mail info@thenorthbeach.com. or visit www.thenorthbeach.com
resort. Free use of Hobi-cat, sea kayaks and bicycles. Miniature golf course located on the landscaped grounds. Daily tours, snorkeling & diving trips and other excursions arranged. www.larubeya.com. info@larubeya.com. Tel: 523-3476 & Fax: 523-3483
Singing Sands Inn: Located on a beautiful stretch of Maya Beach featuring 6 private, thatched cabanas with own bath and patio as well as 2 garden view flats. Bonefish Grille full service restaurant and bar on-site serving breakfast, lunch and dinner along with daily specials and Happy Hour 4 – 6 pm. Gorgeous landscaping. Swimming pool with relaxing deck area. Free Wi-Fi available. Bicycles complimentary for guests. Kayaks, pedal boats and golf cart available for rent. Tel: 533-302. Email: info@singingsands.com Website: www.singingsands.com
Robert’s Grove Beach Resort: Placencia’s most complete resort. Beachfront accommodations w/3 restaurants: Seaside, Habanero & Sweet Mama’s & French bakery & deli; 3 Pools, Conference Center, Tennis Court, Gym, FREE Wifi, Gift Shop, Full Service Dive Center, Marina, Gas and butane station. Kayaks, Windsurfers, Hobie Cats and bikes. Kayak, Paddle Boat and golf cart rentals and sales. www.robertsgrove.com, info@robertsgrove.com. For more info cal us @ 523-3565!
At The Cayes Ranguana Caye: Ranguana Caye is a 2 acre island located right on the reef with 3 rustic cabanas and a view that will blow your mind! Food, drinks, Moorings and all the Caribbean Breeze you can handle are available. Prime Diving and Fishing location. Come for a day, a night or more. Reservation day trips or lodging call 523-3565
Robert’s Caye: Robert’s Caye is just 10 miles from Placencia (1/2 hour by boat) a one acre island with 4 charming cabanas built partially over the water. Each cabana is outfitted w/ a king bed, full bathroom, hot and cold running showers, and a private terrace with hammocks. A small restaurant and bar, also built over the water, serves three meals daily. An deal setting for honeymooners and sportsmen alike, this “swept away” island paradise is surrounded by crystal clear water. The nearby flats are renowned for fishing as well. Kayaks and snorkeling gear are complimentary to is island guests. Come for a day, a night or more. Reservation for day trips or lodging call 523-3565
Tarpon Caye Belize: Offers a unique experience, not only in quality service, but also from our island's geographic location – sits in the middle of the Victoria – snorkel the rich and vibrant fringe reef the island sits on; the famous Gladden Spit Whale Shark zone 6 miles away; dive sites are nearby; largest barrier reef in the western hemisphere only 6 miles away...or simply relax with a cold drink in your hand on a private island and enjoy the cool Caribbean sea breeze lapping on your skin. We have 3 cabins that can accommodate 6 comfortably. More information: 501-523-3323 – info@tarponcaye.com – www.tarponcaye.com – Facebook: facebook.com/tarponcaye
Whipray Caye Lodge: Whipray Caye is a magical private island in the
Cabanas w/ private bath, hot/cold, 2 double beds, fans, coffee maker (coffee provided), refrigerator & veranda w/ hammock. Tel: 523-3122; Email: trdewndpla@btl.net
heart of some of the best fly fishing flats in the world. This caye has room to roam, with two spacious 2-room guest cabanas, private bath in each room, and verandas facing a glorious Belizean sunrise. Hearty family-style meals are served in our thatched roof restaurant and "Sea Urchin Bar". Enjoy the natural unspoiled beauty of the coral reef surrounding the caye, chock full of beautiful tropical fish of all shapes and sizes, rays, sharks, turtles, crab, and even the occasional manatee, all nurtured by the abundant mangroves on the southern half of the caye. Owner and renowned fly fishing guide Julian Cabral and his wife Beverly will make your stay a memorable one. PHONE: 501-608-8130, CELL: 5 0 1 -6 1 0 - 1 0 6 8 , E M AI L: wh i p r a yc a ye @ ya h o o .c o m, W EB : www.whipraycayelodge.com
North of Airstrip
DINING
Barnacle Bill's Beach Bungalows: Two secluded bungalows on the
South of Airstrip
Toucan Lulu: Five cabanas located in quiet northern end of the village on the main sidewalk. A few minutes to shops & restaurants. 3 cabanas sleep up to 4, 2 cabanas sleep up to 6. All have beach access & verandas for enjoying the fresh sea breezes. Check out our web site at www.toucanlulu.com , email reservations@toucanlulu.com, or call Kathy at 501 628 8474
Tradewinds: Overlooking the Caribbean Sea & the Mountains of Belize! 9
beach in Maya Beach. Full kitchen, queen size bed, sleeper sofa, h/w, and fans. Complimentary kayaks. 5 night min. Tel/fax: 533-8110; email: taylors@btl.net; Website: www.barnaclebills-belize.com
Green Parrot Beach Houses: Maya Beach: 6 mahogany beach houses, loft bedrooms, fold out sofa, kitchenette & bath on main floor. 2 bay leaf thatch cabanas w/ garden showers & private beach. Tel/FAX: 523-2488; E-mail: greenparrot@btl.net; Website: www.greenparrot-belize.com
Miller’s Landing: Natural Belizean-style cabanas, lush tropical gardens, clean secluded beach, pool w/ thatch bar, Wi-Fi, comp. breakfast, comp kayaks, bikes, restaurant w/ healthy specials daily, awesome pizza P. 523-3010 or millersplacencia@yahoo.com SUMMER SPECIAL: From $35US p.p. inc. tax.
Laru Beya Resort: Paradise has an address... Luxurious beachfront accommodation with a top-rated restaurant on site. All bedrooms have A/C, ceiling fans, fridges, coffee & tea making facilities. Suites (1 to 3 bedrooms) have fully fitted kitchens. Ocean-facing infinity pool. Free Wi-Fi throughout the
De'Tatch Seafood Beach Grill & Bar -Serving the very best in Seafood and Local Cuisines. Open Mon-Sunday (Closed... on Wed)7am until 10pm for Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner (daily and nightly lunch & seafood dinner special). Come Enjoy the Perfect View (beach front), Great food, Great drink and Music to sooth the soul. Internet & Wireless also available. For Info or Take out orders please call: 503-3385
Wendy’s Creole Restaurant & Bar: Fine dining in A/C comfort or outdoor on the Patio. Specializing in Spanish & Creole. Open 7 days a week for breakfast, lunch & dinner 7am - 10pm. Located on the Main Road. Visa & MC accepted. Ph: 523-3335 Email: wendylemus02@hotmail.com
Dawn’s Grill n Go Restaurant: Open for Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner. Daily specials feature Belizean favorites like escabeche, stewed gibnut, roast chicken w/rice n beans. Try curry, Creole or garlic seafood or grilled pork chops w/ sweet & sour sauce & more for dinner! Ph: 602-9302. Located along Main Road b/w Carol’s Cabanas & BTL, corner of Kubaaly Street.
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The Purple Space Monkey Bar & Grill: Offering sandwiches, fresh
Lola’s Art: In Seine Bight Village open from 7am-6pm. Phone 523-3342
salads, seafood and imported steaks, pastas, full dinners and homemade desserts. Draft beer and extensive cocktail list. Don’t be a stranger. Come say hi to the monkey : ) Call: 523-3169
TOUR PROVIDERS
North of Airstrip
Avadon Divers: Dive into Belize w/ our full service PADI Dive Centre in
A/C indoor, lounge area outdoor. Austrian and International Specialties, fish and vegetarian dishes, great desserts, large wine menu & cigars. Dice for your FREE Belikin beer between 4:30—6 p.m. Open TUE – SAT from 4:30 p.m. Ph: 610-0132, restaurant@danubebelize.com, visit www.danubebelize.com
Placencia, just south of the airstrip. We have 5-Star all-inclusive packages for dive & snorkel trips that include new SCUBAPRO equipment. Our spacious 46' Newton Dive Special Boat features a restroom & fresh water shower. Our Instructors teach scuba for kids from ages 8 to 80 ☺, advanced courses & dive pro levels. We also offer jungle, cave & Mayan ruin adventure tours. Email: anne-marie@avadondiversbelize.com Website: www.avadondiversbelize.com Call us at 503- 3577 or 523-3577.
Green Parrot Restaurant: On the beach at Maya Beach. Our chef
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Danube Restaurant: EAT – DRINK – RELAX in a romantic atmosphere.
changes the menu daily and features a wide variety of local and international cuisine. We feature seafood and tropical dishes. For reservations call 5232488. Email: greenparot@btl.net
Habanero Mexican Restaurant & Bar @ Robert’s Grove – Lagoon side Fiesta time! Casual and fun Habanero serves up Mexican food w/ a Belizean flair. Now open from 12 noon – 10 p.m. Dinner Pick-ups available 523-3565!
and Tours specializing in making your Belizean vacation quite memorable. Discover the wonders of the Mayan world, plunge into the great blue an meet our underwater friends or be embraced by the warm Caribbean breeze onboard one of our sailing charters. Private tours also available call Tel 501 523 3481/ 671 3481 email info@ctbelize.com
Robert’s Grove Dive Center: Feeling adventurous?? Our PADI 5 star
TVs, Pizza, Burgers, Pulled Pork, Crunchy Tacos, Nachos, Homemade Desserts, Daily Drink Specials, and more!!! Credit Cards accepted.
Dive Center offers daily snorkeling, diving and certification courses and boasts some of the tastiest lunches, best tour guides in the country, and ‘The Dorado’ our 48 ft. Pro Dive Boat! Nitrox and specialty Dive Courses available. Inland, Fishing, private charters, Whale Shark, Manatee, Monkey River and Inland tours also on the Tour Menu for more info call 523-3565!
Quarterdeck Restaurant & Bar @ Laru Beya Resort:
Seahorse Dive Shop: Offers SCUBA Certification, snorkeling, fishing,
Jaguar Lanes Bowling and Café: Casual Dining in cool AC, 2 big
International Fine Dining with Belizean flair. Experience delicious meals, fabulous cocktails and fantastic service combined with spectacular ocean views. Breakfast served from 7 to 11 am. Lunch served from 12 to 2 pm. Happy hour from 4 to 6 pm. Dinner served from 6 to 9 pm. For reservations call 523-3476.
Singing Sands Inn: Enjoy the delicious cuisine and ambiance of the Bonefish Grille. Our open-air, full service restaurant located on the beach, specializes in traditional Asian, as well as Italian and French influenced dishes. Daily Lunch and Dinner Specials as well as Happy Hour Menu. Open 7 days a week. For reservations or more information call 533-3022 or email info@singingsands.com.
river trips & charters. Call Brian Young (office) 523-3166; (home) 523-3356; Email: seahorse@btl.net; Website: www.belizescuba.com
Singing Sands Inn offers inshore or offshore fishing excursions right off of our dock! Join us on our 31’ Cape Horn for a fantastic day of angling action. We can arrange any tour whether inland or water including Monkey River, Mayan Ruins, snorkelling, diving, and much more. Call 533-3022 or email info@singingsands.com
Splash Dive Center - PADI Proud Member. Experience Belize w/ Splash! Ph: 523-3058/3080 or 620-6649. Email patricia@splashbelize.com visit www.splashbelize.com
Seaside Restaurant @ Robert’s Grove – Romantic Fine Dining with
Tarpon Caye Belize: We offer professional day fishing tours, experience
a world class menu and wine cellar. One of Belize’s most consistent restaurants quoted Fodor’s 2010 edition. The Seaside Restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Open 7 days a week, 365 days a year from 7 a.m. – 10 p.m. Dinner Pick-ups available 523-3565!
our unique tours such as our Caribbean Splash Day Tour and Island Breeze Weekends.
Trip N Travel: Saltwater & Jungle Adventures. P. 523-3205 Email: lgodfrey@btl.net. Located on Main Street & Bruk Pat in Placencia Office Supply.
Sweet Mama’s @ Robert’s Grove – Belizean restaurant serving breakfast ($8), lunch ($10) and dinner ($12). Open Monday - Sunday, 7 AM to 8 PM.
SERVICES
Tarpon Caye Belize's Pesky Permit Restaurant: Enjoy generous
Chocolatier
portions of fresh seafood including lobster, conch, shrimp or freshly caught fish. Local Belizean meals are also on the menu.
Whipray Caye Lodge: See accommodation for info about our restaurant
Goss Chocolate: Goss Chocolate & cocoa powder made & sold exclusively in Belize. 100% organically grown Belizean cacao, Belizean cane sugar, whole vanilla bean. Now sold in fine stores, hotels, & restaurants on the Peninsula & throughout Belize. ph 523-3544 www.GossChocolate.com
and bar.
CHEERS Placencia Peninsula Bars Barefoot Bar: Open everyday 11:30 am - midnight.! Located on the Main Road - the party never stops! Live music Thurs - Sun nights. Happy hour, lunch hour beer specials, largest drink menu around, full moon parties & more! Creative lunch/dinner specials. Barefoot Bar is all about Stiff Drinks - Tasty Food - Good Times! Tel:523-3515. Follow us on Facebook!
J-Byrd’s: Local Bar by the Seaside docks. Open daily from 10am to 12pm. And live music every Friday’s Tel :523-3412
Tarpon Caye Belize's Iguana Rock Bar: Out on a tour on the waters? Wish you could simply stop somewhere and take a break and enjoy an ice cold tropical drink? Then stop by at our cozy thatched bar that overlooks the beautiful Caribbean Sea.
COFFEE Above Grounds Coffee: Direct Farm Trade Guatemalan Coffees, Espresso and Brewed Coffees, Bulk Coffee (bean or ground). Bagels, Banana Bread, Iced Teas, Fresh Juice, Tree House setting. High speed Wi-Fi , SkypeMain Road, south end of the village. Opposite Wendy’s Restaurant. Open 7 a.m.- 4 p.m. except Sundays 8 a.m. - Noon. Tel: 634 3212
SHOPPING Green Parrot Gift Shop: The in-place to shop on the peninsula. Featuring a wide variety of Belizean, Guatemalan, & Central American crafts.
Health & Fitness Tony’s Gym/Belize Fit We have a small CrossFit Gym. By appointment only. www.belizefit.com Phone: 631-7427
Food Markets Wallen’s Market: Serving Placencia with fresh produce, dry goods, & specialty items. Wholesale/retail. Tel: 523-3128; Hardware Tel: 503-3316 or 523-3523; Pharmacy Tel. 523-3346. email wallensmarket@yahoo.com Serving the peninsula for over 25 years!! Located across from the sport field.
Internet Access Placencia Office Supply: INTERNET, Printing, Stationary, SMART – GimmeDalla, Sales, Collections. P. 523-3205 or plaofficesupply@gmail.com
Photography Muzamanzie Photography: Contact us for wedding photographs, portraits, web & brochure photographs. muzamanzie@yahoo.com
Tel# 523-3563 or 603-5143 email:
Real Estate CPC Real Estate Solutions: is your trusted real estate broker in Belize. We have over 20 years experience helping clients with their real estate transactions and take pride in assisting you with your property purchase. Please visit our office next to Tuttifrutti or call us at 672-9000 or visit: www.belizeproperty.com
Sandhill Ltd.: Property and vacation rental management services customized to fit homeowners requirements. Rental homes available for short and long term lease. Telephone 523-3061 or 533-4017 for more information. Email info@silbelize.com. Website www.silbelize.com
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Licensed Tour Guides of Placencia and Surrounding Areas 8-Dec-14
Williams, Andre
632-8004
20-May-13
628-8817
31-July-13
Williams,Jason
669-5737
14-Jan-14
Leslie, Leopold
604-4466
14-Dec-13
Young, Brent
604-8904
30-Apr-13
11-Nov-13
Leslie, Mark
633-6330
Young, Dwayne
660-5997
18-Aug-13
7-Feb-14
Leslie, Rene
602-9315
20-Dec-13
Young, Shawn
632-8399
18-Aug-13
Ysaguirre, Dylan
653-0493
31-Jul-13
Zuniga, Alfonso
720-2029
25-Sep-13
Alvarado, Francisco
607-5687
11-Nov-13
Arzu, Godfrey
636-3272
31-Jul-13
Leslie, Keon
Bech, Jes Christian
670-0498
18-Dec-13
Bonnel, Eusebio
667-4708
Cabral, Daniel
632-9104
Leslie, Ivan Sr.
523-3134
Cabral, Egbert
620-5974
11-Feb-14
Leslie, Russel
651-0584
28-Jan-14
Cabral, Julian
610-1068
22-Mar-13
Linarez, Francisco
523-3350
22-Dec-13
Cal, Cyrilo
633-5127
4-Dec-13
Lopez, Stephen
632-9127
31-Jul-13
Carne, Lisa
623-6122
31-Jul-14
Lopez, Sydney
653-2196
28-Jan-14
Carr, Edwin
626-6810
Mayen, Kirk
662-7037
11-Dec-13
Chun, Cirilo
633-5127
1-Mar-14
McNeil, Anne-Marie
523-3577
26-Sep-13
Cuevas, Eloy
661-2363
3-Oct-13
Mendoza, Pablo
634-4419
Cuevas, Ian
660-0735
31-Jul-14
Mes, Zeferino
6636983
22-Dec-13
Dyer, Wilford
624-5071
5-Jul-13
Miralda, Emelly
667-4200
25-May-13
Eiley, George (Benji)
602-4578
Modera, Kevin
660-1561
31-Jul-14
Eiley, Kenroy
629-3602
13-May-13
Muschamp, Evaristo
668-9670
21-Dec-13
Faux, Leslie
604-3477
4-Nov-13
Faux, Randolph
653-2311
31-Jul-13
Neal, Harold
635-9262
28-Jan-14
Foreman, Eric
664-8121
14-Dec-13
Palacio, Lennox
623-0575
18-Sep-13
Garbutt, Alexander
663-8363
14-May-14
Parks, Anthony
600-5181
4-Nov-13
Garbutt, Eworth
503-3012
4-Dec-13
Parks, Patrick
601-7459
17-Jun-13
Garbutt, Terry
533-3028
11-Feb-14
Pau, Juan
633-0239
13-Sep-13
Garbutt, Warren
610-1040
4-Jan-14
Pollard, Nick
631-7790
31-Jul-14
Garcia, Leopold
625-3110
31-Jul-14
Ramirez, Patricia
610-0235
31-Jul-14
Gardiner, Doyle
600-2318
Ruano, Francisco
665-1052
10-Nov-13
Gilbert, Gilbert
620-9387
Shal, Florencio
668-4298
30-Jan-14
Gibson, Natasha
622-3137
Spang, Lyra
664-8699
31-Jul-13
Godfrey, Dale
503-3020
13-May-13
Tucker, Elroy
622-2811
31-Jul-13
Godfrey Earl
660-1574
31-Jul-14
Vernon, Ian
607-2296
22-Oct-13
Godfrey, Rhawn
503-3020
13-Sep-13
Villanueva, Andria
602-2148
31-Jul-13
Gongora, Prince
630-3064
31-Jul-13
Villanueva, Clint
634-8476
Gordon, Percival
663-6513
30-April-13
Villanueva, Conrad
602-2148
Leslie, Ainsworth
651-0584
31-Jul-13
Villanueva, Faygon
667-5715
31-Jul-13
Leslie, Bernard Sr.
523-3363
22-Dec-13
Villanueva, Rafael
635-5107
4-Nov-13
Leslie, Bruce
627-8820
18-Nov-13
Westby, Jason
631-9349
8-Dec-13
Leslie, Doren
625-0191
Westby, Zane
623-7966
31-Jul-14
Leslie, Ivan Jr.
523-3165
Williams, Alfred
664-3829
31-Jul-14
8-Dec-13
14-Dec-13
Licenses Ready for Pickup at PTC Castellanos, Wayne
634-2852
Muschamp, Alrin
606-1761
11/8/2013
Vernon, Claude Westby, Arthur
604-5564
Licenses Being Processed Note that guides holding receipt can still conduct tours.
Mora, Celso
668-6702
Miraldo, Emelly
667-4200
Leslie, Edlin
626-0003
Usher, Eddie Petillo, Brian
610-1085 607-2977
Young, Carlton B.
634-4011
Perez, Doriany
662-4011
Please note that some licensed guides might not appear in this list. Contact the Placencia Tourism Center at 523-4045 f or further information. This service is provided by the Placencia BTIA in partnership with the Placencia Tour Guide Association (PTGA) and the Belize Tourism Board.
First-Time Applicants Canelo, Maxwell
631-9614
Liquor License Notification: June 2013 Liquor License -Notice is hereby given that Shannon Davies is applying for a Restaurant and Bar Liquor License for the year 2013, to be operated at Skyflower Hotel, Placencia, Placencia Peninsula, and Stann Creek District, under the Intoxicating Liquor Licensing Ordinance Revised Edition 1980.
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Rentals (Golf Carts, Auto, Bicycles) Car Rental of Placencia: 1 mile north of the Placencia Airstrip. Largest car rental on the Peninsula. SUVs and Golf Carts. Call: 523-3284 or 625-9573 or 662-7611. A drop location for donations for the Placencia Humane Society.
Sandhill Ltd.: Sales and rentals of kayaks, pedal boats, golf carts. Rentals by hour, daily or weekly. Telephone 523-3061 or 533-4017 for more information. Email info@silbelize.com. Website www.silbelize.com
Singing Sands Inn: Rentals of reliable golf carts, bicycles, kayaks (including clear bottom), two person catamarans, snorkel gear and pedal boats by the hour, half day, full day or weekly. Located in Maya beach. Call 5333022 or email info@singingsands.com.
Spa, Massage & Physical Therapy Sea Spa @ Robert’s Grove – Now offering Thai Massage, our Sea Spa is manned by professional therapists each w/ their own unique style. Treatments include; Several massage styles, Facials, Body Wraps, Body Scrubs/ Polish, Reiki Energy, Sunburn Special, Coconut Hair Rinse and of course Manis & Pedis for Barefoot perfect feet! All treatments offered in our newly appointed oceanfront spa, at the end of our 250 ft pier or in a rooftop setting w/ panoramic views of the Caribbean Sea! For more info call 523-3565!
Siripohn’s Thai Massage: Therapist from Thailand - Thai Massage, Essential Oil, Swedish, Jet Lag, Back & Shoulders, Foot Massage, Body Treatments, & Facial Treatments. Open 10 am to 6 pm. Call 620-8718 or 6000375, email: jenjira01@yahoo.com - Kob Khun Ka.
Wedding Planning Robert’s Grove Beach Resort: Located on the Placencia Peninsula, a romantic off-the-beaten-path destination on the southern coast. Robert’s Grove is an intimate five-star resort that is ideal for Belize Beach Weddings, whether you want private ceremony for just you and your partner or if you want to bring family and friends. Contact our wedding planner Ms. Lea Itzab: lea@robertsgrove.com or call us at 523-3565
CHURCHES St. John’s Memorial - Placencia Anglican (Episcopal) Church: Sunday services at 8:00 a.m. . Ministries of the Son of God Church - Seine Bight Village Wednesday Bible Studies -6:30 pm, Thursday Youth Choir Practice - 6:30 pm, Friday Youth Night - 6:00 pm, Saturday Adult Choir Practice - 6:30 pm, Sunday Service - 8:30 am & Sunday Night Service - 6:30 pm. Reverend Don Palmer. Phone 523-3301 or email cbelize@btl.net
Calvary Chapel of the Placencia Peninsula: Meeting in Seine Bight Village. Sunday Services: 10:30 A.M. and 6:30 P.M. (Sunday School provided). Wednesday: Men's and Women's Bible Study - 6:30 P.M. Friday: Youth Group - 5:30 P.M. Non denominational Church - Call Pastor Jim Mensie for more information: 523-3362 Seventh Day Adventists: Services Fridays at sunset; Saturdays 9:00 a.m. Lay ministers. U. Torres - Tel# 503 2270
Seine Bight Catholic Church: Services Sundays 8:00 a.m. Seine Bight Village. Lay ministers. Catholic (lay) - Mrs Dora. Williams Tel# 523 3527 or 523 3564
Worship Center: Bible Study – Wednesday 7:00 p.m. – until. Services: Sunday 7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Sunday School: 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Non Denominational - Pst. Moore - Tel# 523 3333
GETTING AROUND De Express Boat: P. 626-8835. Departs Placencia Shell Dock- 9:30 a.m. Arrives Big Creek 10 a.m. Departs - 11:00 am. Arrives Puerto Cortez, Honduras, 2 pm. at Laguna. Return trip – Monday: Departs Puerto Cortez, Honduras 10 am. Arrives Big Creek 12 noon. Departs - 1:30 p.m. Arrives Placencia 2 pm. Tel: 523-4045. Tickets available at the Placencia Tourism Center for BZ$120. Hokey Pokey Boat: P. 523-2376. Placencia (MnM Dock) → Independence/Mango Creek: 6:45a.m, 10 a.m., 12:30 p.m., 2:30 p.m., 4 p.m, 5 p.m and 6 p.m. (except on Sundays). Independence/Mango Creek → Placencia: 6:30 a.m., 7:30a.m., 8a.m., 11:00 am, 12:00 pm, 2:30p.m, & 4:30p.m. Ritchie’s Bus: 523-3806. Regular Bus: Placencia → Dangriga: Monday thru Saturday: 6 a.m.; 7 a.m.; 12:45 p.m.; 2:30 p.m. Sundays: 7 a .m.; 2:30 p.m. Dangriga → Placencia : Monday thru Saturday: 11 a.m.; 2 p.m.; 4:30 p.m.; 6 p.m. Sundays: 11 a.m.; 6 p.m. Express Bus: Placencia—> Belmopan —> Belize City: Monday thru Saturday: 6:15 a.m. Express Bus: Belize City—> Belmopan —> Placencia: Monday thru Saturday: 3:30 p.m, Visit: www.ritchiesbusservice.com for more info! ADO: Leaves from Belize City at 7:30 p.m. to Tulum, Playa Del Carmen and Cancun, Mexico. Tickets must be purchased at bus terminal in Belize City. Tropic Air: P. 523-3410 Maya Island Air: P. 523-3472
COMMUNITY NUMBERS ALCOHOLIC ANOYMOUS/Placencia Rule 62 Group: 670-1255, 610-1441, 628-1143; 9:30 a.m. Sundays, Open Meeting at The Placencia Health Center. PLACENCIA NAR-ANON/Narcotics Anoymous Family Groups: for those affected by someone else’s addiction. Placencia Health Ctr. Saturday at 4:30 p.m. Placencia Village Council: 523-3396 Placencia Water Board: 523-4036 Placencia Post Office: 523-3104 Seine Bight Village Council: 523-3660 Seine Bight Water Board: 523-3554 U.S. Warden, Stann Creek Rural: Deborah Coston, 624-6483
EMERGENCIES Belize Emergency Response Team: 223-3292 Placencia Medical Center: 503-3326 Seine Bight Medical Center: 523-3328 Independence Med. Center: 523-2167 Placencia Police Station: 503-3142 Seine Bight Police Station: 503-3148 Maya Beach Police Station: 634-7051 Placencia Tourism Police: 503-3181 FIRE EMERGENCIES: 6260667
TAXIS Mr. Clark: 621-1031 Noel: 600-6047 Christon: 629-4307 Walter: 622-3194
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PENINSULA HAPPENINGS FESTIVALS • LOCAL MUSIC & ENTERTAINTMENT • GAMES • FOOD/DRINK WHEN
LOCATION
June 28-29-30
Placencia Village
July 20
Tipsy Tuna (Placencia Village)
Courtesy of the Placencia BTIA
EVENT PLACENCIA LOBSTERFEST 2013!!! A mega beach party like no other in Belize! SUMMER MUSCLE & BIKINI SPLASH!!! Hosted by the Belize Bodybuilding Federation
MONDAYS
Jaguar Lanes (Maya Beach)
Men’s league night. No open bowling. Restaurant and bar open 4 – 8 p.m. Daily food special. Phone: 601-4434 (Closed on Tuesdays.)
TUESDAYS
Habanero’s Mexican Café and Bar (Seine Bight)
All you can eat Mexican Buffet! Come try our Tequila Lime Pie. 7 to 9 p.m. Dinner Pick-ups available. P. 523-3565.
Yoli’s Bar (Placencia)
Rotary Club of Placencia meets at 12:30 p.m. P. 625-2763.
Tipsy Tuna (Placencia)
Zumba Dance Party on the deck @ Tipsy Tuna Seaside Bar with Yolie! Starts at 7 p.m. P. 523-3089
Barefoot Bar (Placencia)
Live Music w/ the Entertainers. Reggae, soca, salsa, punta and more. 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. P. 523-3515
Tipsy Tuna (Placencia)
Wings Wednesday! Wings $1 each all day! Garifuna Drumming on the deck at the Tipsy Tuna Seaside Bar, 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. P: 523-3089
Jaguar Lanes (Maya Beach)
Ladies Day. Ladies bowl 2 games get 1 free. Ladies only 2 – 4 p.m., open bowling 4 – 8 p.m. Restaurant and bar open 2 – 8 p.m. Daily food special. Phone: 601-4434
WEDNESDAYS
THURSDAYS
FRIDAYS
SATURDAYS
SUNDAYS
EVERYDAY
De Barcelona Tapas Bar(Placencia) Live Jazz Music with Angela Suarez, Steven Fasano and Beau. 7 to 9 p.m. P. 660-0837 Barefoot Bar (Placencia)
Dance Party!! P. 523-3515
Tipsy Tuna (Placencia)
Karaoke Night in the Tipsy Tuna Sports Bar with FREE Jello Shots on the hour! 9 p.m. - 2 a.m.
Jaguar Lanes (Maya Beach)
Couple’s league night. No open bowling. Restaurant and bar open 4 – 8 p.m. Daily food specials. P. 601-4434
Dawn’s Grill & Go (Placencia)
Fried Chicken Fridays for Lunch. (And regular lunch and dinner menu) P. 523-4079
Barefoot Bar
Barefoot Bash. Live music w/ house band 8:30 p.m. to midnight. P. 523-3515
Placencia Hotel (N. Maya Beach)
Karaoke starting at 8 p.m. P. 520-4110
Quarter Deck Restaurant at Laru Beya Resort (Seine Bight)
Happy hour from 4 to 6 pm. Free bar snacks. Live music from 6 to 9 pm. International Fine Dining with Belizean flair. P. 523-3476
De Barcelona Tapas Bar (Placencia)
Latin Night! Free salsa, cumbia and meringue lessons! 660-0837
Tipsy Tuna (Placencia)
TGIF! $1 OFF Tipsy Tuna Shots all day. P: 523-3089 DJ Skrape 9 p.m.- Midnight at the Tipsy Tuna Seaside Bar. Party continues in the Tipsy Tuna Sports Bar until 2 a.m.
Jaguar Lanes (Maya Beach)
Open bowling 4 – 8 p.m. Restaurant and bar open 4 – 8 p.m. Daily food specials. P. 601-4434
Barefoot Bar (Placencia)
Barefoot Horseshoe Tournament at 4 p.m. Cash + Bar Tab Prizes. P. 523-3515
Barefoot Bar (Placencia)
Live Rock + Alternative music with Da Man in Da Shadz. 6:30 to 10:30 p.m. P. 523-3515
Tipsy Tuna (Placencia)
Live Music w/ Tropical Vibes on the deck at the Tipsy Tuna Seaside Bar, 4 p.m. - 9 p.m. P: 5233089 DJ Skrape immediately afterwards, 9 p.m. - 2 a.m. in the Tipsy Tuna Sports Bar
Robert’s Grove (Seine Bight)
Poolside Beach BBQ Buffet, 7 to 9 p.m. Live entertainment. Dinner Pick-ups available. P. 5233565.
Jaguar Lanes (Maya Beach)
Open Bowling 2 – 8 p.m. Restaurant and bar open 2 – 8 p.m. Weekend special, $20 per person includes shoes and unlimited bowling. Daily food specials. Phone: 601-4434
Habanero’s Mexican Café and Bar (Seine Bight)
Paella Night. Complimentary glass of House Sangria for each diner. 6 to 9 p.m. Pick-ups available. P. 523-3565
Yoli’s Bar (Placencia)
4 p.m. Placencia’s Famous Ring Game. P. 625-2763.
Barefoot Bar (Placencia)
Tropical Vibes Reggae Jazz Infusion. 6 - 10 p.m. P. 523-3515
J-Dee’s Restaurant & Bar (Placencia)
Karaoke 8 p.m. to midnight. P. 503-3351
De Barcelona Tapas Bar (Placencia)
Live Jazz Music with Angela Suarez, Steven Fasano and Beau. 7 to 9 p.m. P. 660-0837
Tipsy Tuna (Placencia)
Family Fun in the "Sun-day"! Kids' specials all day and extended happy hours (3 p.m.-7 p.m.) for the adults! Enjoy a relaxing day on the beach or play some beach volleyball!
Jaguar Lanes (Maya Beach)
Open Bowling 2 – 8 p.m. Restaurant and bar open 2 – 8 p.m. Weekend special, $20 per person includes shoes and unlimited bowling. Daily food specials. Phone: 601-4434
Danube Restaurant (Seine Bight)
Dice for your Belikin beer between 4.30-6pm: eg Dice “1” and pay just $1, dice “2” and pay just $2… or be lucky and dice “6” and get your Belikin beer for FREE. This special is available with a snack and/or dinner only. DANUBE is located just 100 yrds North of Robert’s Grove. Open TUE – SAT from 4.30 pm. Ph: 610-0132, restaurant@danubebelize.com, visit www.danubebelize.com
Habanero’s Mexican Café and Bar (Seine Bight)
Sunset Happy Hour. 5 to 7 p.m. $10 Margaritas. $4 Beers. $4 Local Rum drinks. Cocktails on the lagoon after a hard week’s work. P. 523-3565
Robert’s Grove
Seaside Happy Hour and bar snacks. 4 to 6 p.m. $5 Local Beer and Rum Drinks. P. 523-3565
Quarter Deck Restaurant at Laru Beya Resort (Seine Bight)
International Fine Dining with Belizean flair. Breakfast served from 7 to 11 am. Lunch served from 12 to 2 pm. Happy hour from 4 to 6 pm. Dinner served from 6 to 9 pm. P. 523-3476